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	1	+# Quick Start
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5		-## Getting Started with XWiki
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7		-This page covers all the essential steps and tips you need to create great content in XWiki without any confusion.
	5	+Welcome to The White Archive! This guide will provide you with all the necessary information to contribute effectively to the wiki. This first page is all you need to know regarding the basic sign in process and introductory asset management. Scroll to the bottom for more detailed information on these things.
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9		-## 📖 Table of Contents:
	7	+1. **Create a Throwaway Email** You can get a [throwaway](https://temp-mail.org/en/) email and sign up with it. I dont think people should have to make an account to add things but its a limitation of the system.
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11		-* [Editing with the WYSIWYG Editor](https://chatgpt.com/c/67d66d62-3244-800a-8974-570f38118948#editing-pages)
12		-* [Inserting Attachments and Images](https://chatgpt.com/c/67d66d62-3244-800a-8974-570f38118948#attachments)
13		-* [Using the / Macro Shortcut](https://chatgpt.com/c/67d66d62-3244-800a-8974-570f38118948#macros)
14		-* [Basic Formatting and Links](https://chatgpt.com/c/67d66d62-3244-800a-8974-570f38118948#formatting)
15		-* [Useful Tips](https://chatgpt.com/c/67d66d62-3244-800a-8974-570f38118948#tips)
	9	+1. **Create an Account:** Sign up to access editing and page creation tools. Upon account creation you can immediately sign in and start editing and adding pages. You do **NOT** need to verify your email first. .
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17		----
	11	+3. **Use Your Sandbox:** Test and draft your content in your personal sandbox. Visit [Your Sandbox](/en/sandbox)
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19		-## 📎 Attachments and Images
	13	+5. **Unique Page Titles:** Avoid duplication by giving your pages specific, descriptive names. Use only lowercase in your path definitions.
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21		-You can easily upload files and images directly from the WYSIWYG editor:
	15	+6. **Link Your Pages:** Connect related topics by adding internal links to your content.
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23		-**Uploading Attachments:**
	17	+4. **Submit Your Work:** Your page will be available immediately upon publishing.
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25		-* Click **Edit** to enter the WYSIWYG editor.
26		-* Click on the **Attachment** icon (📎 paperclip icon).
27		-* Drag-and-drop or select your file to upload it instantly.
28		-* Uploaded files will automatically be listed as attachments at the bottom of your page.
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30		-### Inserting Images with Enlargable Thumbnails
	20	+## Content Guidelines
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32		-1. In the editor, click the **"Insert Image"** icon from the toolbar.
33		-1. Upload or select the image.
34		-1. Choose the **Thumbnail option** to create a clickable enlargable preview automatically.
	22	+- Ensure your content is well-researched, you don't need to include references in the format of footnotes for your material, but you should try to include studies or links to give credibility to your claims. For instance, just claiming that [IQ is genetic](/science-and-research/race-and-iq) wouldn't be valid unless you provide a study backing up that assertion, or more likely link to a page within this site that explains why IQ is not something that is purely determined by environmental factors. If such a page doesn't exist, create it, and start providing studies that show this.
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36		----
	24	+- Use clear, concise language and avoid using slurs, slang, or troll like language. This isn't supposed to be encyclopedia dramatica, I'd like things to remain relatively mature and well thought out.
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38		-## ⚡ Using the / Macro Shortcut
	26	+## Directories and Page URLs
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40		-The / macro shortcut is a powerful and quick way to insert macros while editing pages in XWiki's WYSIWYG editor:
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	29	+- Organize content under appropriate categories. For example, a page about racial demographics should be placed under `/en/race-and-demographics/`
	30	+[](https://www.thewhitearchive.org/categories.jpg)
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42		-* Simply type / and start typing the macro name or feature you want to add.
43		-* You'll see suggestions appear as you type. Select the macro to insert it directly without manual syntax.
44		-* Example macros include:
45		- * /toc – Table of Contents
46		- * /box – Insert Box Macro
47		- * /gallery – Image Gallery
48		- * /footnote – Add footnotes to your text
49		- * /code – Code blocks for programming snippets
	32	+- Use descriptive and concise URLs for pages. For instance, `/en/race-and-demographics/common-myths`.
	33	+- Be mindful of page hierarchy: <strong style="color: red;">It is not necessary to nest deeper than the Original Category.</strong>
	34	+ - Pages directly under a category (e.g., `/en/race-and-demographics`) can use relative links like `[common myths](common-myths)`.
	35	+ - Nested pages (e.g., `/en/race-and-demographics/white-genocide/intent`) require full paths like `[intent](/en/race-and-demographics/white-genocide/intent)` for links to work correctly. I'm only including this in case you think a deeper more specific link is necessary. The example here makes sense to have nested that deep, but many pages can likely just be generalized under a main category. Keep in mind, its easy to change the location of pages, so dont worry about placing it in the perfect category or under the ideal page, just create it and let things come together as more content emerges.
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51		-This shortcut dramatically speeds up editing, no need to memorize complicated wiki syntax.
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53		----
	38	+## Uploading and Accessing Assets
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55		-## ✏️ Basic Formatting and Links (Quick Guide)
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57		-* **Bold text**: Select text, click the **Bold** button or press Ctrl + B.
58		-* **Italic text**: Select text, click "Italic" in the toolbar or use Ctrl+I.
59		-* **Creating Links**:
60		- * Highlight text and click **"Link"** or use shortcut Ctrl+K.
61		- * Paste or select the page URL to link internally.
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63		----
	42	+To upload an asset, use the Uploads section in the wiki interface. Ensure that files are named descriptively,
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65		-## 🔍 Useful Tips & Best Practices
	44	+Tthe default path for uploads of any type will be just / if they are in the base directory.
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67		-* **Save drafts frequently:** Press Ctrl+S regularly.
68		-* **Macros** greatly simplify content formatting—use / often.
69		-* **Edit attachments:** Hover attachments directly below your page in view mode to manage or delete them.
70		-* **Use minimal formatting** to ensure readability.
	46	+You can also highlight the segment you want to turn into an image or pdf and click insert image or insert link and it will create the link for you.
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72		----
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74		-# ⚡Guests can contribute
	49	+[](https://www.thewhitearchive.org/images/f6omxickm4.png)
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76		-1. Guests can edit pages in the main content area without signing up. If this becomes problematic I'll change it but for now I'd like everyone to have access with as little trouble as possible.
77		-1. Use Your Sandbox on the left, mess around with macros and other editing options. There's a lot of options to customize content.
78		-1. Leave comments, give suggestions, request features.
	51	+This is all you need to know to start out with. Explore below for more advanced formatting possibilities.
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80		-## Content Guidelines
	53	+## See Also
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82		-* Ensure your content is well-researched, you don't need to include references in the format of footnotes for your material, but you should try to include studies or links to give credibility to your claims. For instance, just claiming that [[IQ is genetic|doc:Main Categories.Science & Research.Race & IQ.WebHome]] is genetic wouldn't be valid unless you provide a study backing up that assertion, or more likely link to a page within this site that explains why IQ is not something that is purely determined by environmental factors. If such a page doesn't exist, create it, and start providing studies that show this.
83		-* Use clear, concise language and avoid using slurs, slang, or troll like language. This isn't supposed to be encyclopedia dramatica, I'd like things to remain relatively mature and well thought out.
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85		-## Directories and Page URLs
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87		-* The categories I have made up should cover most content, but if you feel your content doesn't fit under them, feel free to make a new category. Moving pages and reorganizing content in this wiki is very easy.
	57	+- [Uploads and Scripts](https://www.thewhitearchive.org/en/admin/uploads-and-scripts): Learn how to upload assets and automate tasks.
	58	+- [FAQs](https://www.thewhitearchive.org/en/admin/faqs): Frequently asked questions and quick answers.
	59	+- [Formatting Guide](/admin/contribute/formatting-the-basics):
	60	+ - [A More Comprehensive Guide](/admin/contribute/formatting-advanced)
	61	+- [Coding and Technical Setup](https://www.thewhitearchive.org/en/admin/coding): Advanced setup guides and troubleshooting tips.